International law on Jerusalem

International law regarding Jerusalem recognizes it as a city of significant religious and political importance, with its status governed by treaties and United Nations resolutions. Historically, Jerusalem has been claimed as a capital by both Israelis and Palestinians, leading to disputes. The 1947 UN Partition Plan proposed Jerusalem as a separate international zone, but this was not fully realized. Today, many countries do not recognize Jerusalem as Israel's exclusive capital, emphasizing a negotiated settlement. The core legal principle is that the city's final status should be determined through peaceful negotiations, respecting the religious and cultural rights of all communities involved.